Title
Liquor License - Maryland Deli & Liquor
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 09070475.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 9 - Liquor Store
Location
6502 N. 7th St.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 6
This request is for an ownership transfer of a liquor license for a convenience store that sells gas. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit. A use permit is required to allow drive-through windows for the sale of alcohol at this location.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was June 19, 2021. However, the applicant submitted a written request for more time.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, a spirituous liquor license shall be issued only after satisfactory showing of the capability, qualifications and reliability of the applicant and that the public convenience and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance. If an application is filed for the issuance of a license for a location, that on the date the application is filed has a valid license of the same series issued at that location, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the public convenience and best interest of the community at that location was established at the time the location was previously licensed. The presumption shall not apply once the licensed location has not been in use for more than 180 days.
Other Active Liquor License Interest in Arizona
This information is not provided due to the multiple ownership interests held by the applicant in the State of Arizona.
Public Opinion
No protest or support letters were received within the 20-day public comment period.
Applicant’s Statement
The applicant submitted the following statement in support of this application. Spelling, grammar and punctuation in the statement are shown exactly as written by the applicant on the City Questionnaire.
I have the capability, reliability and qualifications to hold a liquor license because:
“We are a family owned and operated business and we have been in the retail business since 1993. We have 2 locations in Montana and 9 in Arizona. We are experienced operators of 11 successful businesses and look forward to adding this additional Phoenix location.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“We understand the needs of the our customers and aim to create a great experience for our shoppers. We aim to keep our premises clean and our prices competitive. We offer fresh food, snacks, cold drinks, and much more. This location has been open since 1977 and we wish to continue to provide this valuable service to our neighborhood.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application noting the applicant must resolve any pending City of Phoenix building and zoning requirements, and be in compliance with the City of Phoenix Code and Ordinances.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Maryland Deli & Liquor
Liquor License Map - Maryland Deli & Liquor
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.